It’s that time of year when my mailbox is full of graduation
announcements. All those grads have
plans: off to college, the military service, or the workforce.
Even those who aren’t doing any of those things, have plans
of their own. They plan on living rent-free off Mom and Dad while they take a
year off to “breathe” and explore their options. They have “creative talent” and need room to
develop it further. They were “flooded” with
options but felt rushed and needed time to choose from among the multitude.
I understand.
Not everyone has a clear view of what comes next after high
school, not even those packing for college, the military, or the new
apartment. They too have their share of
doubts.
I’ve seen some college students speed through their classes,
anxious to get the degree and start their careers. I have also seen some meander their way,
semester after semester, including summers, taking courses with dubious titles
that have nothing to do with a tangible degree until the parents demand an
outcome to their investment.
The steps one takes learning to fly after high school
graduation are both formidable and freeing.
I can see why life after high school isn’t for the fledgling.
It takes courage to soar and survive on one’s own.
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